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David Wheeler- Fl Couple Denied First Amendment
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- The Opperman Report'
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- Jul 18, 2026
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- 3140
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Summary
David B. Wheeler is a Democratic political activist, entrepreneur, and the co-founder and president of American Muckrakers. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] He is best known for his work with the American Muckrakers PAC , a political action committee focused on uncovering and publicizing negative information and controversies involving high-profile Republican political figures. [2, 6] Key Roles and Activities American Muckrakers PAC: Wheeler founded the group to aggressively target political opponents. The PAC gained significant national attention for releasing a series of unproven, salacious allegations aimed at derailing the re-election campaign of U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert. [1, 6, 7] Defamation Lawsuit: After Rep. Boebert went on national television to deny the claims and call Wheeler a "scumbag," Wheeler and his PAC sued her for defamation in federal court. The legal battle impacted the PAC's fundraising before both parties formally settled and dismissed the lawsuit. [6, 7, 8] Media and Podcasts: He hosts the podcast MUCK YOU!, produced by American Muckrakers, where he discusses political campaigns, independent candidates, and corporate or political disinformation. [1] Political Candidacy: Beyond his activism, Wheeler is an active politician in North Carolina. He previously ran for the North Carolina State Senate and launched a campaign as a Democratic candidate for North Carolina Insurance Commissioner. [3, 4, 9] Professional Background: Based out of Spruce Pine, North Carolina, Wheeler is a single father and a long-time entrepreneur who has started multiple for-profit and non-profit organizations. He holds a degree in political science and economics from the University of Iowa . [2, 3, 9] Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-r…